Waterfall Hikes Near Salado, TX

2,585 residents
Chicago Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Salado? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Salado. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 30.9470°N, -97.5290°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Salado

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

1 of 4 waterfalls near Salado is flowing strongly today

Chalk Ridge Falls Barely Flowing Gorman Falls Barely Flowing Post Oak Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Strong

Updated 17 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 97°F

Aft 94°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 97°F Sunny
Sun 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 98°F Sunny
Tue 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Salado

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 The Falls Roaring · 518 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Chalk Ridge Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 2nd percentile
  3. 3 Gorman Falls Barely Flowing · 51 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Post Oak Falls Barely Flowing · 51 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Salado (3 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Chalk Ridge Falls waterfall

Chalk Ridge Falls

47.6 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Post Oak Falls waterfall

Post Oak Falls

Texas
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Gorman Falls waterfall

Gorman Falls

41.5 miles away
Texas
Moderate
3.0 miles 200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Salado

Chalk Ridge Falls waterfall

Chalk Ridge Falls

47.6 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Falls

11.7 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Post Oak Falls waterfall

Post Oak Falls

Texas
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Gorman Falls waterfall

Gorman Falls

41.5 miles away
Texas
Moderate
3.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Salado

Are there free waterfalls near Salado?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Salado, including Chalk Ridge Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Salado?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Salado, including Chalk Ridge Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Salado?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Salado, including Chalk Ridge Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Salado?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Salado, including Chalk Ridge Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Salado?

The shortest waterfall hike near Salado is Chalk Ridge Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Salado?

The tallest waterfall near Salado is Gorman Falls at 70 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Salado?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Salado has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Salado?

The closest waterfall to Salado is Chalk Ridge Falls, approximately 3.6 miles away.

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